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Latest revision as of 21:37, 17 September 2008
Definition of Lowest astronomical tide (LAT):
The lowest levels which can be predicted to occur under average meteorological conditions.[1].
This is the common definition for Lowest astronomical tide (LAT), other definitions can be discussed in the article
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Notes
LAT is not the lowest level that may be reached as storm surges may cause considerably lower levels to occur.
References
- ↑ CIRIA (1996). Beach management manual. CIRIA Report 153.
